Public Works & Utilities Department

consists of a variety of different divisions with a common goal of providing vital city services to citizens of Elkhart. These divisions operate and maintain the City's storm water conveyance system, drinking water supply and distribution system, wastewater collection system, and wastewater treatment.

Residents looking to purchase a dog park membership or obtain a building permit in the city of Elkhart will soon be able to do so via credit or debit card. Mayor Tim Neese announced the change today which will be effective citywide by the end of 2017.

The City of Elkhart, through its Board of Public Works, is considering a recommendation for travel lanes on Hively Ave, from S Main Str to Benham Ave. This proposal would reduce the number of travel lanes from two in each direction to one, would add a center left-turn...